Best Dealers for Graded Coins in 2026
APMEX, JM Bullion, Heritage, Stack's Bowers, GreatCollections, David Lawrence. Where to buy what, and the fees, return policies, and reputations that matter.
The Hierarchy: Bullion-style dealers (APMEX, JM Bullion, Monument Metals) are best for common-date PCGS/NGC slabs at predictable premiums. Auction houses (Heritage, Stack's Bowers, GreatCollections) win for key dates and higher grades. Specialists (David Lawrence, Legend) win for niche series with deep inventory.
Bullion-Style Online Dealers
APMEX
Large online bullion dealer with PCGS/NGC graded inventory. Premiums, availability, and return terms change, so confirm them directly before ordering.
JM Bullion
Comparable to APMEX, often slightly cheaper on common Morgans and Walking Liberty halves. Live spot pricing, free shipping over $199.
Monument Metals
Lower volume but tighter premiums on some bullion. Smaller numismatic inventory. Good for buying ASE/AGE in bulk.
Auction Houses
Heritage Auctions
The 800-pound gorilla of US numismatics. Weekly Sunday Internet sessions plus marquee Platinum/Signature events. 20% buyer's premium. Best buyer reach for key dates and gold rarities.
Stack's Bowers
Co-strongest in numismatics, especially for pre-1933 gold and colonials. ANA show auctions are required reading. 20% buyer's premium.
GreatCollections
Fastest growing numismatic auction. Lower buyer premium (10%). Strong for sub-$5K coins where Heritage/Stack's premium hurts. Great consignor terms.
David Lawrence Rare Coins
Specialist dealer + auction. Outstanding service, deep Morgan and Bust dollar inventory. Slightly higher prices, but coins are usually well-priced for grade.
Where NOT to Buy
- TV shopping channels (HSN, etc): 200-400% premiums, manufactured scarcity narratives
- Gas station / mall coin kiosks: Almost always altered or counterfeit
- Anything with "exclusive" or "limited release": Not a real numismatic concept; always a marketing flag
- eBay sellers under 1,000 feedback for $1K+ coins: Authentication risk too high
- Random Facebook coin groups: Counterfeit slabs flood these channels
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